Question 1

Where are you located and how far are you willing to commute?

Accepted Answer

We are based in NYC with a branch in the Poconos, and travelled to 32 states and 23 countries on assignments between Alaska and India. A shoot in upstate New York, the Hamptons, Philadelphia, Delaware Water Gap, or Washington, DC is local to us! You can take us anywhere, even in questionable places (in fact, Ed is always aching for those). Comfort, safety, and distance are not of primary concern. Read more: https://support.zorzstudios.com/portal/en/kb/articles/where-are-you-located-and-how-far-are-you-willing-to-commute

Question 2

Do you do destination weddings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and the scope was mentioned in the previous answer. Weddings in the Caribbean within a 3-hr flight don't quite feel like a destination anymore after working in Europe, Middle East, and South Asia. And, we are low-maintenance so bringing us there will not break the bank. See the next question.

Question 3

What is your approach to travel fees and arrangements?

Accepted Answer

Local assignments: we do not charge any transportation fee within Manhattan while for the outer boroughs, Greater New York, and tri-state area we bill for all travel-related expenses such as gas, tolls, parking, cabs, or other fares. We cannot pre-add them to the packages as they vary greatly and would not be fair to those who are too local to pay them at all. More: https://support.zorzstudios.com/portal/en/kb/articles/what-is-your-approach-to-travel-fees-and-arrangements-how-expensive-do-they-get

Question 4

We hate stiff and posed photos. Can you help us look natural?

Accepted Answer

Yes, especially if you can act naturally. A funny thing happens when those wanting to look natural are asked to act natural... They freeze and look lost. They stare and ask: "Eh... what do we do?" Then they start making awkward moves... Very few can act naturally without a photographer, so however you are appalled by the word "posed", you will likely benefit from our direction and posing. It's the art of making the poses look natural and not as directed if you prefer.

Question 5

How far in advance should we book you for our wedding?

Accepted Answer

For weddings, booking early is key. Since the date can't move, waiting risks us being unavailable. Most couples secure us 1–2 years in advance to lock in their date. Once you're booked, we're fully committed and won’t take on other events that day. Your day is our priority, and we treat it with the dedication it deserves.

Question 6

Do you work with assistants or other photographers?

Accepted Answer

Assistants or apprentices may join me on more complex shoots, but they don’t come by default—I bring them at my discretion when extra hands are helpful. If you'd like a second professional photographer for expanded coverage (such as for weddings or large events), that can absolutely be arranged for an additional fee.

Question 7

Will you edit all our pictures?

Accepted Answer

Definitely. All final images will be edited for color, saturation, exposure, and sharpness to ensure they look beautiful. I also offer Enhanced retouching services like blemish removal and teeth whitening for an additional charge, but a limited number of such edits is included with most packages. Read more: https://support.zorzstudios.com/portal/en/kb/articles/is-retouching-included-and-to-what-extent

Question 8

Do you also offer video services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely! We offer dynamic, cinematic video coverage for weddings, mitzvahs, portraits, and events. Whether you're looking for a highlight reel, full documentary-style coverage, or something artistic and offbeat, we’ve got you covered. Our style blends storytelling with high energy—think music video meets meaningful moments. Let’s bring your day to life on screen! Samples: https://zorzstudios.com/cinematography/

Question 9

How long will it take to see our pictures?

Accepted Answer

Portrait sessions are typically ready in 1–2 weeks. If your shoot is being featured on our blog, it may take 2–4 weeks. For weddings, expect your online proof gallery within 2–4 weeks. We know you're excited—quality is our priority, but we work hard to deliver promptly! Here's more: https://support.zorzstudios.com/portal/en/kb/articles/how-soon-will-i-see-my-photos

Question 10

How many pictures will we get?

Accepted Answer

You will get them all, except for test shots, accidental duplicates, missed-focus, and unrecoverable faulty shots which are deleted during the initial revision (culling). While we don't cap ourselves, we normally don't "spray and pray" as less experienced photographers may do. We shoot very selectively, either taking our time building up and developing a shot prior to pressing the shutter, or watching an action closely from the ambush, ready to snipe that shot at the right moment. We are after quality, not quantity. A very rough estimate is 50-100 photos per hour.

Question 11

Do you have insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are covered by a $2,000,000 liability insurance required by many venues for working on their premises. Certificate of Insurance will be provided to the venue upon request. Since it takes time for the insurance company to prepare a venue-specific certificate, it must be requested at least two weeks in advance. If you do not inquire with the venue in advance and we are asked for it days before the event we may not not have it ready, and the venue may not allow us in.

Question 12

What’s your back-up plan if you can’t photograph our wedding as planned?

Accepted Answer

In my 20 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never cancelled a booked wedding. In the very rare event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, I’ll make sure you’re covered by one of my colleagues or my contracted assistant. I’ll also provide you with a list of photographers from the many networking groups I’m in, so you can find the perfect replacement.

Question 13

I have so many other questions...

Accepted Answer

I got you covered! After 20 years of experience, I've heard and collected all the typical questions you could (and should) ask when shopping for your dream photographer. Here they are, over 70, neatly organized in categories, tagged, and searchable! https://support.zorzstudios.com/portal/en/kb

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Where are you located and how far are you willing to commute?

Do you do destination weddings?

What is your approach to travel fees and arrangements?

We hate stiff and posed photos. Can you help us look natural?

How far in advance should we book you for our wedding?

Do you work with assistants or other photographers?

Will you edit all our pictures?

Do you also offer video services?

How long will it take to see our pictures?

How many pictures will we get?

Do you have insurance?

What’s your back-up plan if you can’t photograph our wedding as planned?

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